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‘We hear you Alex’: Council say potholes in West Northants are ‘nationwide’ issue as Northampton Saints star voices frustration
West Northants Council is calling on the public to ‘bear with them’ as the authority ‘pushes hard’ to make sure pothole situation is better this winter.
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'Loving and playful big lap dog' desperately searching for new home after 12 months at RSPCA Northamptonshire
A “big lap dog” described as “loving and playful” is desperately searching for a new home, after 12 months at RSPCA Northamptonshire.
CCTV images released after man shouted at staff in Northampton shop and made threats
CCTV images have been released by police after a man shouted at and made threats towards staff at a Northampton shop.
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More than £200,000 stolen from Northamptonshire courier fraud victims in 2025, figures reveal as warning issued by police
New figures have revealed that more than £200,000 was stolen from Northamptonshire courier fraud victims in 2025, which has led to a warning being issued by police.
CCTV image released after tandem bike stolen from garage in Northampton after lock cut
A CCTV image has been released by police after a tandem bike was stolen from a garage in Northampton.
I tried one of the most delicious cakes from a multi-award-winning baker – here’s why you should support her
I tried one of the most delicious cakes from a multi-award-winning baker from Northampton, and here is why you should support her as she continues her long-standing journey.
Founder made life-changing decision to walk away from successful career to launch luxury dog grooming brand
This founder made the life-changing decision to walk away from a highly successful corporate career in the pharmaceutical industry to launch a luxury dog grooming brand.
Northampton resident ‘rapidly losing trust in police’ over drug dealing and knife crime fears, councillors told
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Plans approved for 20 new flats next to Freemasons’ club off Northampton road
Plans to build a block of flats off a main road in Northampton on land next to a Freemasons’ club have been approved by the council.
Northampton florist encourages support as it is ‘a constant struggle’ to get people to know where she is
The founder of a long-standing florist is encouraging support from the Northampton community as it is “a constant struggle” to get people to know where she is.
West Northamptonshire residents asked to share views on community equipment services
Residents across West Northamptonshire are being asked to share their experiences of community equipment services.
Northamptonshire residents urged to nominate community heroes for future King’s Honours
Residents are being urged to nominate people making a difference in their communities for future King’s Honours.
CCTV image released after man assaulted cat in Northampton garden and left owner needing emergency treatment
A CCTV image has been released by police after a man assaulted a cat in a Northampton garden and left the cat’s owner needing emergency treatment.
RED weather warning for extreme heat issued as temperatures set to soar to 40C in Northampton
A RED weather warning for extreme heat has been issued for later this week as temperatures are set to soar to 40C in Northampton.
Northampton ‘must not be left behind’ in East West Rail passenger plans, council leader says
Northampton should be included in future East West Rail passenger services, the leader of West Northamptonshire Council has told the Government.
Man spat at victim and assaulted them outside Northampton chip shop following row over parking
A man spat at a victim and assaulted them outside a Northampton chip shop, following a row over parking.
Northampton pub and historic church feature in latest West Northants planning applications
A Northampton pub and one of the town’s historic churches feature among the latest planning applications submitted to West Northamptonshire Council.
40 joyous pictures of Northampton Saints players and fans celebrating third Premiership title with parade through town
Northampton Saints fans gathered in the town centre on Sunday June 21 to bask in the sunshine and success of their beloved team, who made their entrance on an open top bus.
Shoplifter who stole Hugo Boss designer jeans worth £2,197 from John Lewis among these 44 offenders sentenced by Northampton magistrates
Those convicted came from Northampton, Daventry, Brackley, Moulton, Roade, Long Buckby, Upton and more…
Northamptonshire holiday park to unveil luxury Elgar-inspired holiday home at major gardening show
A Northamptonshire holiday park is preparing to showcase a brand-new luxury holiday home inspired by one of Britain's most celebrated composers at a major national event this week.